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Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by JGlaser, Sep 28, 2011.

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  1. Sep 28, 2011 #1
    JGlaser

    JGlaser Bobtail Member

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    I'm Jess! :smt061

    New to the Trucking Industry my Husbands been driving about 5-6 months now! Still trying to adjust to the new arrangements, learn the ropes. and learn to navigate this site. :confused2:

    Been married to Mike (colorato) for 12 years we have 2 kids a boy (10) and a girl (8 ) .:smt057

    I work in a pharmacy as a pharmacy tech, its been a challenge trying to learn the new day to day routine and his new career all at the same time, So if you have an advice I'd love to hear it I'm open to new ideas. :biggrin_1square9:
     
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  3. Sep 28, 2011 #2
    123456

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    Advice,

    go to pharmacy school..........become a pharmacist,

    they start at 100K plus !!!!!
     
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  4. Sep 28, 2011 #3
    lil may

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    Welcome to the forum I am also a trucker's wife and a trucker

    Ride along for a week or so that is the best way to learn the ropes
     
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  5. Sep 28, 2011 #4
    G/MAN

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    Welcome to the forum. My wife has traveled with me. It helps the spouse to better understand what goes on with them while on the road. It may be more difficult when you work or have smaller children at home. Being away from home can be stressful for both the driver and their spouse. It can work to your advantage. It can help keep a relationship fresh. For some, it can also make things more stressful. Wives will need to become more independent and make decisions without their husbands. Most drivers are away from home from 2-3 weeks at a time. Cell phones, texting and email can make it much easier to stay in touch. It isn't quite like being there in person, but can be a great way to keep up with what is going on in one another's life.
     
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  7. Sep 28, 2011 #5
    ORT WIFE

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    Welcome to the forum,,,,,,,this is the place to find alllllllllllll the answers,,LOL,,,,

    We also have a Ladies room,,,,,,,a good place to make friends,vent and find out how other wives/Gf dealing with the Trucking lifestyle.
    Going with Hubby is a good idea,,,,being understanding is important too.Its hard when he can't be home on holidays,,,,birthdays or on the "day" he wants to be home,,,,,when miles are low,,,,etc.My Husband has been driving for 9 yrs and we (me)have learned to deal with what ever might happens,without getting the bloodpressure up to much.I'm sure you will too find what works best for your family as time goes by.The kids and job will keep you busy which helps.Make sure Hometime is special .

    good luck and stay safe
     
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  8. Sep 28, 2011 #6
    Ms.Jesse

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    Welcome to the TTR Family
     
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  9. Sep 28, 2011 #7
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    Welcome To TTR :biggrin_25519:
     
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  10. Sep 28, 2011 #8
    JGlaser

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    UH NO I hate my job, & Chemistry lol that will never happen plus that's 10 years of school Gag!


    He really would enjoy that but I don't have a whole lot of help in the babysitting dept, so it's kinda gonna be ruff one to figure out! Plus I'd be really annoying after the first 2-3 hours of no internet service lol
     
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  11. Sep 28, 2011 #9
    123456

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    You asked for advice.......:biggrin_25517:

    Wish you both Good Luck !!!!!
     
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  12. Sep 28, 2011 #10
    JGlaser

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    You're right I did however I already do ALLLLLLL their work, I'm not a fan, and I dont want to immunize people
     
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